Financial Times · 7 Sep, 04:02 · Finance briefing

Narendra Modi fails to dull gold’s lustre in India

Recent financial analysis indicates that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s political influence has not significantly dampened gold’s enduring appeal among Indian investors.

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Recent financial analysis indicates that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s political influence has not significantly dampened gold’s enduring appeal among Indian investors. Despite government initiatives aimed at formalising the economy and reducing reliance on physical bullion, domestic demand remains robust. This resilience highlights gold’s continued role as a trusted store of value and cultural asset within India, defying expectations that political rhetoric or policy shifts would substantially alter consumer behaviour in this sector.

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